Little Guides to Great Lives: Frida Kahlo
Little Guides To Great Lives Series
What’s inside...
This book is an inspirational and informative guide to the life of the iconic Frida Kahlo, showcasing her struggles and triumphs with vibrant illustrations and factual details. It was recognized as a New York Times 2020 Best Book of the Year. A graphically stunning, comprehensive introduction to the chemical elements that make up our universe for ages 8-14. This artful and accessible guide to the periodic table — the ultimate reference tool for scientists worldwide — names all 118 chemical elements and helps young readers understand the remarkable ways we have learned to use them. The book features graphically stunning layouts for each element's letter symbol and atomic number, exploring attributes, characteristics, uses, and interesting stories behind its discovery. Complete with a comprehensive introduction, conclusion, and glossary, this book serves as a perfect introduction to chemistry for inquisitive minds. Wrapped in a double-sided jacket with the illustrated periodic table printed on the underside, 'Exploring the Elements' is jam-packed with 240 pages of information, making it both a gift book and a practical reference for science enthusiasts and budding scientists of all ages.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-14
Length
64 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What challenges did Frida Kahlo face and how did she overcome them?
How do Frida's paintings tell us about her life and feelings?
Why do you think Frida Kahlo chose to express herself through her art?
What can we learn from Frida's resilience and creativity?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about Frida's story. Relate Frida's challenges to struggles they might face and discuss the importance of self-expression, whether through art or other forms. Ask your child to think about what colors and symbols they might use to depict their own life or feelings, similar to Frida's style.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of adversity
Explanation: The book portrays Frida Kahlo’s life, highlighting her ability to create art despite enduring severe health issues and personal hardships.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to persevere and continue pursuing their passions, even when faced with challenges or setbacks.
Example Lesson: Expressing oneself through creativity
Explanation: Frida used art to express her emotions and life experiences, turning her struggles into vibrant paintings.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to explore various forms of creative expression, such as drawing, painting, or writing, to convey their feelings and thoughts.
Example Lesson: Embracing individuality
Explanation: Frida Kahlo was known for her unique style and strong sense of identity which she confidently reflected in her artworks.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the importance of accepting and celebrating their own uniqueness and the differences of others.
Example Lesson: Importance of cultural heritage
Explanation: Frida was deeply influenced by her Mexican culture, which is evident in her use of bright colors and indigenous motifs in her paintings.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and explore their own cultural backgrounds and understand the value of cultural diversity in the world around them.